Capricorn rim reamer
Italian company Capricorn have released this rim reamer tool for 1/8th and 1/10th scale wheels. The tool is simple to use, fitting into the back side of a rim and using the axle hole as a central rotation point, it allows your to change the thickness of the wheel by shaving the material away. A rim with thinner material is softer and so provides more traction.
View the 1/10th rim reamer here
Sunday, February 5, 2012 - 2 comments
Duratrax body reamer & scissors
Duratrax have released a trio of essential tools in the form of a body reamer, body scissors and a curved tip scissors. These are must-have tools for any well-equipped workshop and they’re available from Duratrax individually or in practical, cost-saving sets. All three feature high-quality construction for a long life of frequent use with the reamer sport an ergonomic handle for extra comfort and control.
Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - add a comment
Jammin hex wrench & screw driver set
Jammin has released two new tool sets, a hex wrench set and a screw driver set. Both sets come supplied in a handy plastic container and each of the tools features a handle made out of anodized aluminium for maximum durability with a comfortable feel allowing for maximum grip. The tips are replaceable and made out of a very durable steel alloy making them almost impossible to strip. Each wrench has a laser etched wrench size on the handle and a different color end cap making it easier to locate the wrench size quickly. The hex wrench set includes a 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm while the screw driver set comes with a Philips 3mm, Philips 5mm, flat 3mm & flat 5mm.
View the screw driver set here
Sunday, January 29, 2012 - add a comment
Racers Edge Power Grip nut drivers
Back by popular demand and updated for 2012, the Racers Edge Power Grip nut drivers come complete with rubber grips and in all common standard and metric sizes. Each size is etched into the bit, just like the original series, for quick reference in your pit box. Each size is precision machined with a narrow overall circumference for the best possible fit in any application. Their new ‘Grenade’ grips make for a locked in but comfortable feel for those long wrenching sessions. Available in 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 7.0mm & 8.0mm as well as 3/16″, 1/4″, 11/32″ & 3/8″ versions.
Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]
Saturday, January 28, 2012 - add a comment
AKA hand held 1:8 Off-Road wheel balancer
Balancing the tires on a 1:8 buggy or truggy is key to getting the most out of your vehicle. AKA’s hand held 1:8 Off-Road wheel balancer is the perfect tool for the job. This wheel balancer was designed by Mark Pavidis with performance, portability and function in mind. It’s compact design does not require any platform or stand that can take up precious room in your pit bag. It’s the size of a standard size wrench so it will fit right in your tool box. It’s made from billet aluminum and is hollow so it looks trick and it’s light. The integrated bearings have been lubricated with a light oil and are sealed to make sure it is very easy to find the heavy side of your tires every time. The wheel mounts to the balancer with a simple press fit adapter to make switching from tire to tire quick and easy. Will balance both 1:8 Buggy or 1:8 Truggy tires or any wheel and tire combo with a 17mm hex.
View a video on how to use the balancer here
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Arrowmax ride height gauge & droop blocks
Arrowmax have released their new line of carbon ride height gauges and droop gauge blocks. Using a special design and production technology that sees the whole frame edge machined from 7075 aluminium, graphite plate is installed on the sides in order to reduce weight without compromising strength or durability. All parts are then laser engraved with logo and scale if applicable.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Centro rotating ride height gauges
These new pocket sized Centro rotating ride height gauges are a must have for any racers pit box. Manufactured from Swiss 7075-T6 aluminium these small, simple compact designed gauges range from 15-20mm and 20-30mm increasing in 1mm increments by twisting the can counter-clockwise over the cleverly designed internal ball. It’s small design will allow you to measure the ride height of your chassis perfectly every time, anywhere under your chassis. If you are looking for more scope for your gauge and optional 5mm aluminium foot is also available that can be used in conjunction with the gauge.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Revolution Design unveil product line
Revolution Design have released their initial product offering, with a focus on tools as expected. The first products include the Ultra ride height gauge for both buggy (6-30mm) and onroad (3-15mm), the ultra camber gauge (+/-6°) for 1/12th onroad to 1/8th offroad, the ultra turnbuckle that combines a 4mm tie rod wrench with a 5.5mm nut driver and the ultra gripper, that is designed to hold 3.0mm, 3.5mm and 4.0mm shock shafts. Also new is the ultra cap catcher, a simple but genius mount that holds separated speed controller capacitors up to 15mm. Finally for adding weight to your EP buggy, or any other chassis, there is 2 different Ultra motor weights in 80g and 30g that mount between the motor and the motor mount for extra weight in the optimum position. All parts are machined from high quality aluminium.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
